Penne Alfredo

                                                                               

This is a basic pasta recipe which is universally loved . It can be made at home without much stress or fuss.  So next time you have guests wow them with this yummy pasta as a side dish or eat alone with relish as its a complete meal.

Ingredients:

1 cup Penne pasta
2 cups  mixed vegetables ( cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, corn, capsicum )
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp oregano
1 onion
3-4 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tbsp flour (maida)
Salt to taste
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp chilli flakes
3-4 tbsp cheese
1/2 cup cream

Method: Boil pasta and keep aside.  Boil the chopped vegetables ( except capsicum). Chop onion. Crush and chop garlic.

In a pan add butter.  Add the garlic and then the onion. Fry lightly.  Add the boiled vegetables. Fry for a minute and then add flour. Stir again for a minute till flour is lightly fried. Dont brown it.  Add the milk and stir till it thickens.  Add salt, pepper, chilli flakes and oregano.  Also add the penne pasta, cream and cheese(reserving some for garnish).

Pour into a serving dish and sprinkle the reserved cheese and a dash of butter. Serve hot.

In case you dont want to use cream just add an extra half cup of milk instead.  It doesnt detract from the taste.
Instead of Penne you can use any pasta of your choice.
You can add boiled chicken  along with the vegetables if you like.